Toto Wolff urges George Russell to stay calm in 2026 F1 title fight

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff warned British driver George Russell to maintain emotional balance after Russell’s victory at the Austrian Grand Prix, saying that swings between euphoria and disappointment can hinder performance throughout the 2026 Formula 1 season.

Meanwhile, Formula One Management is developing contingency plans for the final stages of the 2026 calendar due to ongoing Middle‑East conflicts. The organization is considering alternative venues, including back‑to‑back races in Las Vegas or a European finish at circuits such as Portimão in Portugal and Barcelona in Spain, should the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian rounds remain untenable.